Opening on the evening of 30 September and running till 16 October 2015, the “ModernRustic Living” themed showcase will seek to demonstrate how you can furnish your entire home with high quality furniture, soft furnishings, floor rags, lighting and objet d’art conceptualized and created in Kenya.

Objectives of the Gallery

To offer a fresh perspective of the artisan and design sector

To give cause to the ‘buy Kenya, build Kenya’ policy initiative

To position the creative industry and handmade design in particular as a viable driver of the economy

To facilitate the sharing of ideas, resources and collaborative opportunities between various stakeholders

To provide an opportunity for exhibiting designers and artisans to collaborate

Desired outcomes

An inclusive, strong and committed network of stakeholders

Increased public awareness of locally made contemporary artisanal and design brands

A critical mass of sustainable MSMEs with the artisan and design sector

Increased attention on Kenya’s creative economy by both the public and private sector

Participating at the Gallery showcase

Participation is by invitation only and we are in the process of identifying and approaching designers and artisans who, through their design aesthetic, respond to the theme of the gallery showcase.

There are no charges to exhibit, nor to visit the gallery.

Parking

There is basement parking available at KEMU Towers (just a few meters away from Alliance Francaise). It is situated next to Hazina Towers building, Utalii lane. For directions, click here.

Gallery program

We have planned a series of activities during the 2 week gallery to allow as many stakeholders as possible to experience the showcase. If you would like a (free) guided tour, mark the dates 2nd, 9thand14th, 1-2pm. Alternatively, if you would just like to browse by yourself, the gallery will be open 7 days a week, from 7:30 – 7:30 pm.